Jon Bon Jovi Biography

John Francis Bongiovi Jr knew in his early teens that he wanted to be a rock star. He formed the band Bon Jovi in the 1980s which became popular for its power ballads soaring guitar riffs and well-crafted melodies. Jon Bon Jovi has also acted in such films as The Leading Man and was a recurring character on TV's Ally McBeal. In 1980 Jon recorded his first single Runaway at his cousin's studio with back-up by studio musicians. The success of Runaway got Jon noticed and he realized that he'd need more than session players if he wanted to capitalize on his success. After the formation of his band Bon Jovi's self-titled debut came out in 1984. Filled with the group's now-signature power ballads the album went gold. Bon Jovi released its follow-up album 7800 Farenheit in 1985. Tours opening for the Scorpions Kiss and Judas Priest helped Bon Jovi build up a considerable fan base that appreciated the group's rugged soulful collection of songs about how tough it was to be a teenager. The band responded to tepid critical praise with its third album Slippery When Wet which went gold and platinum simultaneously within six weeks of its release. Powered by songs like Livin' on a Prayer and Wanted Dead or Alive the album sold in excess of 14 million copies putting it in the same league as Michael Jackson's Thriller.

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